Ministry of Awesome is a renowned brand located in Christchurch, Canterbury, the newest city in New Zealand. With a thriving tech scene and a high number of prestigious tertiary institutions and research institutes, Christchurch provides an ideal environment for startups and entrepreneurs to flourish. Ministry of Awesome is passionate about fostering growth and innovation in New Zealand's startup ecosystem.

As a force for high-growth startups and innovators, Ministry of Awesome offers a range of products and services to support startups on their journey to success. They provide startups with advisory support, mentorship, community, and invaluable connections. Their headquarters in Christchurch is home to Te Ōhaka – Centre for Growth & Innovation, a high-growth startup hub that brings together the tertiary community, innovators, commercial partners, and investors to maximize collaboration and impact.

Ministry of Awesome is driven by a diverse and internationally experienced team, dedicated to empowering the startup and innovation community. Led by Chief Executive Officer Marian Johnson, they leverage their expertise and connections to engineer the serendipity required for a successful high-growth startup community. In partnership with Ara Institute of Canterbury, ChristchurchNZ, HTK, and Callaghan Innovation, Ministry of Awesome offers unique capability building, incubation, and acceleration programs across New Zealand.

They firmly believe that the future success of the country depends on the vision and ambition of innovators and startup founders who are changing the world for the better. Join Ministry of Awesome's vibrant and engaged community to unlock your startup's full potential and be a part of New Zealand's thriving innovation ecosystem